Assistant Professor of Information Technology

Assistant Professor of Information Technology Job Title: Assistant Professor of Information Technology Location: Marietta, Georgia Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 288285 About Us: For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro‑Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing number of doctoral programs to over 46,000 students. Our high‑impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie‑designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world‑class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. Job Summary: Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Information Technology faculty positions in the Department of Information Technology with a preferred start date of January 2026. These are nine‑month contracted positions located in the state of Georgia. Responsibilities Teach information technology at undergraduate and graduate levels in various modalities including online, hybrid, or face‑to‑face as per department need. Develop and maintain an active and productive research agenda. Provide service to the Department, College, University, or professional community. Required Qualifications Earned PhD in a computing discipline such as Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data and Information Science, or related field. Required Documents CV Cover Letter Statement of teaching philosophy including how you will advance student success at KSU Statement of research philosophy Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts and international course evaluations due upon hire) Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references Incomplete applications will not be considered. Apply by September 15, 2025. Contact Information For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Maria Valero, Search Committee Chair, at View email address on click.appcast.io. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, View email address on click.appcast.io. Background Check Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job‑based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre‑employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed